 The origin of the name "Burrumbuttock" is unclear, but believed to be of indigenous (probably Wirajuri) in origin because the word "Burrum" usually refers to water.Locals claim that the name means "bullock's backbone", but there is not evidence for this name.The town is affectionately known by its inhabitants as "Burrum", with attractions ranging from a visit to the Wirraminna Environmental Education Centre, pulling back a beer at the Farmers Inn Hotel, and a trip to the historic Burrum Hall.